Join the Recording Academy for "Elton John: I'm Still Standing — A GRAMMY Salute," a live concert taping celebrating the music of the four-time GRAMMY winner on Jan. 30, 2018, at 8 p.m. ET at The Theater At Madison Square Garden in New York. The special will be broadcast later in 2018 on CBS.

In 2000 he was honored with the prestigious GRAMMY Legend Award for his lifetime achievement in music.

MusiCares also honored John as its Person of the Year in 2000 for his extensive musical and philanthropic contributions to the music industry, particularly through his Elton John AIDS Foundation, which has raised more than $385 million for projects to benefit HIV/AIDS research, prevention and eradication in 55 countries around the world.

"Sir Elton John is an international music legend who has captivated audiences across generations for more than five decades," said Neil Portnow, President/CEO of the Recording Academy. "His creativity, dynamic presence and melodic virtuosity have positioned him as a cultural icon, and the Recording Academy is pleased to honor his immeasurable contributions to the music community."

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Tune in to CBS on April 10 to catch "Elton John: I'm Still Standing — A GRAMMY Salute" featuring an all-star tribute plus special performance of a medley of hits from John himself

Nate Hertweck

GRAMMYs

Mar 13, 2018 - 7:00 am

How do you celebrate a career as illustrious as that of the great Elton John? With a star-studded concert, of course. "Elton John: I'm Still Standing — A GRAMMY Salute" will air April 10 on CBS and features performances by some of music's biggest names, including Alessia Cara, Miley Cyrus, Kesha, Lady Gaga, Miranda Lambert, John Legend, Little Big Town, Chris Martin, Shawn Mendes, Maren Morris, Ed Sheeran, Sam Smith, and SZA.

"Elton John: I'm Still Standing–A GRAMMY Salute," continues the tradition of previous Emmy-winning TV specials presented by CBS, the Recording Academy, and AEG Ehrlich Ventures, including "Sinatra 100 — An All-Star GRAMMY Concert," "Stevie Wonder: Songs In The Key Of Life — An All-Star GRAMMY Salute," "The Beatles: The Night That Changed America — A GRAMMY Salute" and "Stayin' Alive: A GRAMMY Salute To The Music Of The Bee Gees."

“Restoration was Bernie's project, and he’s a huge country fan,” John said, referring to his longtime lyricist Bernie Taupin. Together, the pair have displayed an impressive and varied artillery of influences in their music over the years.

"From day one we borrowed from everything that's good about American music – whether it's blues, country, gospel, pop, pure rock – everything got thrown in the mix," Taupin said. "… It would be tiring if you just got stuck in one niche your entire career, especially when it's one as long as ours."

In all, the sprawling 26-song track list is a testament to the timeless catalog it celebrates. Take a look for yourself and mark your April calendars — Revamp and Restoration drop April 6 and "Elton John: I'm Still Standing—A GRAMMY Salute" airs April 10 at 7 p.m. PDT on CBS.

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Both collections were released April 6, and as it turns out some of the tribute album artists will perform their selection on the GRAMMY special. This synergy of gratitude and love has John over the moon.

"When anyone sings your song, it's a huge compliment," said John, also speaking on behalf of his longtime songwriting partner, Bernie Taupin. "For all these artists to have come together and voluntarily agreed to do this [special and] record, without much cajoling I have to say, is a huge tribute to us. And it gives me a warm feeling.

"Here I am, 71 years old, and these great, young artists are singing our songs. … I'm always thinking that a good song would crossover to anybody, anywhere."

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